A Touristic Shot: Behind the Scenes of the Royal Guards’ Horses !
Welcome Back to Ghoddosh .
This may seem a little off-topic, but I’ve noticed many people — especially tourists —
often ask about the Royal Guards’ horses in London.
The common question:
“Why do the guards and their horses seem aggressive when people get too close?”
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Are Royal Horses Naturally Aggressive?
London's royal horses are not inherently aggressive , they are military animals trained to protect property and the Monarch ,
Their training includes reacting quickly to threats — which can look like biting or kicking if someone comes too close.
Clear warning signs and white painted lines are posted around the Royal Guard areas to keep tourists at a safe distance. Yet, some people ignore these warnings and step closer, which can trigger defensive reactions from the horses.
Why Do They React?
Horses are sensitive to their surroundings.
Big, noisy crowds can make them uncomfortable.
Their behavior is a mix of:
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Military training: teaching them to react strongly when approached.
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Environmental stress: being in the middle of bustling crowds every day.
This isn’t deliberate aggression — it’s more like instinct shaped by training.
I often compare it to raising children: if you’re too strict, they may grow up rebellious or aggressive. The same happens with horses — they act the way they were trained, not because they “want” to hurt anyone.
A Close - Up Scene of The Royal Guards’
How the soldiers manage to stay calm?
They are professional, highly disciplined soldiers.
Even when tourists wave, shout, or try to provoke a reaction, The guards keep their composure.
They only respond when absolutely necessary. Honestly, I don’t know how they do it.
Could you stay calm in that situation?
It really is a “Mission Impossible” role 😅.
The Psychological Horse-Rider Bond
At the heart of the Human - Horse bond lies the horse's remarkable emotional intelligence . Shaped by Eons as prey animals living in complex social herds , horses possess an extraordinary sensitivity to their environment and the begins with it .
Their survival has depends on reading subtle cues - the flick of an ear , the tension in the muscle and the shift in breathing .
This tension can Turns To :
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Anxiety or restlessness
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Shortened stride or stiffness
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Loss of focus and confidence
So when tourists push limits, it creates a lose-lose situation: the horses & soldiers get stressed,
And the soldiers’ job becomes even harder.
A Thought on how you may Enjoy Horses
I understand that tourists want fun memories — but provoking royal horses isn’t safe or respectful.
You may try to admire the royal horses and the soldiers from a safe distance ,
Instead,
If a true Horse fan , experience horses in a friendlier & more enjoyable way?
Here are a few riding clubs in London where you can meet, ride, and learn about horses safely:
You may use Google Gemini AI or Google Travel , to help find more places
You may check locations, Reviews and Estimate Cost , to be prepared and gear up to ......
Live epic moments , and Stay Safe !
Ghoddosh
September - 9th - 2025
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